Olympus E-PM1 vs Olympus TG-310

Here is a thorough assessment of the Olympus E-PM1 vs Olympus TG-310, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the TG-310 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and TG-310 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-PM1 was launched 11 months later than the TG-310 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-310 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-PM1 matches up versus the TG-310 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Olympus TG-310. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Olympus TG-310 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PM1 features outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Olympus TG-310 has proportions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PM1 vs Olympus TG-310 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PM1 compared to the TG-310.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM1 and TG-310 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PM1 and TG-310.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-PM1 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus TG-310 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The newer E-PM1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.